National Highways: Hydrogen powered construction a step closer after successful Lower Thames Crossing trial

Thursday, 5 June 2025 11:40

The Lower Thames Crossing project's plan to replace diesel with hydrogen in its heavy construction machinery, and help accelerate Britain's transition to clean power, came a step closer today, following the successful conclusion of its first hydrogen trial in partnership with Gallagher Group, JCB and hydrogen supplier Ryze Power. The trial was hosted at the family-run Gallagher's Hermitage Quarry in Kent, and was carried out using a JCB 540-180H Loadall powered by a hydrogen...Request free trial